Name: Giant Muffaletta Italian Sandwich
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: For the Sandwich: 1 large round muffaletta bread (about 10-12 inches in diameter, or substitute with a round Italian loaf); ¼ lb Genoa salami, sliced thin; ¼ lb Italian ham, sliced thin; ¼ lb mortadella, sliced thin; ¼ lb provolone cheese, sliced; ¼ lb mozzarella cheese, sliced; ¼ lb capicola, sliced; ¼ lb pepperoni, sliced; ¼ lb roasted red peppers (optional); For the Olive Salad: 1 ½ cups green olives, pitted and chopped; 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped; ½ cup pickled carrots, chopped; ¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped; ¼ cup celery, chopped; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 1 tsp oregano; 1 tsp garlic powder; Salt and pepper, to taste

Description

This Giant Muffaletta Italian Sandwich is a towering masterpiece of flavor, filled with layers of savory meats, cheese, and a tangy olive salad. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this iconic New Orleans sandwich is a great choice for picnics, parties, or family gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Sandwich:
- 1 large round muffaletta bread (about 10–12 inches in diameter, or substitute with a round Italian loaf)
- ¼ lb Genoa salami, sliced thin
- ¼ lb Italian ham, sliced thin
- ¼ lb mortadella, sliced thin
- ¼ lb provolone cheese, sliced
- ¼ lb mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ¼ lb capicola, sliced
- ¼ lb pepperoni, sliced
- ¼ lb roasted red peppers (optional)
For the Olive Salad:
- 1 ½ cups green olives, pitted and chopped
- 1 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
- ½ cup pickled carrots, chopped
- ¼ cup roasted red peppers, chopped
- ¼ cup celery, chopped
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Make the Olive Salad:
- In a medium bowl, combine the green olives, kalamata olives, pickled carrots, roasted red peppers, and celery.
- Add the red wine vinegar, olive oil, parsley, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Let the mixture sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marinate.
Prepare the Muffaletta Bread:
- Slice the muffaletta bread horizontally, cutting it in half to create a top and bottom. You can scoop out some of the soft inner bread to make room for the fillings, if desired.
Assemble the Sandwich:
- Layer the bottom half of the bread with the slices of Genoa salami, Italian ham, mortadella, provolone cheese, mozzarella cheese, capicola, and pepperoni.
- Spoon a generous amount of the olive salad over the meats and cheese. Make sure the olive salad covers the entire surface.
Top and Press:
- Place the top half of the bread on top of the sandwich and press down gently to compact the layers.
- Wrap the sandwich tightly in plastic wrap or parchment paper. For best results, refrigerate the sandwich for at least an hour (or overnight) to let the flavors meld and the sandwich set.
Serve:
- Slice the sandwich into wedges or halves and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

Muffaletta sandwiches are best when made a few hours ahead, as this allows the olive salad to soak into the bread, making it even more flavorful.
You can customize the meats and cheeses based on your preference.
This sandwich is perfect for feeding a large group, and it holds up well for picnics or parties.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Sandwich, Party Food
Method: No Cooking, Assembly
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8th of the sandwich
Calories: 480
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 1200mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 80mg